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Sep 13 Board of Visitors Summary of Actions and Discussions
The JMU Board of Visitors met Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, in the Festival Conference and Student Center.
Sep 11 Costa Rica study abroad explores wellness, community, longevity
Students and faculty “pura vida” in Costa Rica through academic, cultural and physical activities centered around understanding longevity and wellness
Sep 9 JMU celebrates inaugural ‘Game Changer’
Doreen Liccione (’92), an academic adviser in the CoB, is recognized as a “Game Changer” for her outstanding work benefiting JMU Athletics
Sep 9 Madison Vision Series continues with Constitution Day lecture
Raj Vinnakota, president of the Institute for Citizens & Scholars, will discuss bridging our political divides and democracy’s role in higher education.
Sep 5 President King applauds JMU wage employees
JMU President Charlie King celebrated the significant contributions wage employees make at JMU during an annual breakfast at Festival.

Sep 21: Voter Education Presentation
Sep 21: Brittney Spencer
Sep 23: Keynote Speaker -- Shalini Kantayya | International Week
Sep 24: Northern Shenandoah Valley Regional Graduate and Professional School Fair
Sep 25: International Bazaar | International Week
Sep 25: Exploring Global Opportunities: Navigating International Internships, Fellowships, and Globally Focused Careers| International Week
Sep 25: Constitution Day Lecture: Raj Vinnakota

Sep 11 Art history professor receives Smithsonian Institution award
Laura Katzman receives $3,000 and will present lecture on Oct. 15 More Articles >
Sep 4 JMU Arts to Host Pops Plus! Sept. 27
A Collaborative Arts Celebration for Student Scholarships More Articles >
Aug 21 Forbes Center welcomes public to free open house Aug. 31
A free event for all ages with children’s activities, workshops, performances and more. More Articles >
Jun 24 Waynesboro Symphony Orchestra receives 2024 Circle of Excellence in the Arts Award
Recognizing Individuals and Organizations that Enhance and Strengthen the Shenandoah Valley’s Cultural Community More Articles >
Jun 21 The Forbes Center for the Performing Arts announces 2024-25 Masterpiece Season
Celebrating 15 years of artistic excellence! More Articles >